How To Fix PO596 - & printers were reassigned

PO596 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PO - Spooler message

• Message number: 596

• Message text: & printers were reassigned

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PO596 - & printers were reassigned ?

  The SAP error message PO596 typically indicates an issue related to printer assignments or configurations in the SAP system. This error can occur when there are problems with the printer settings, such as when printers are reassigned or when there are inconsistencies in the configuration.
  
  Cause:
  
  Printer Reassignment: The error may occur if printers have been reassigned in the system, and the new configuration is not properly set up or recognized by the SAP system.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the printer configuration in the SAP system, such as missing or incorrect settings in the device type or output device.
  Authorization Issues: Users may not have the necessary authorizations to access or use the assigned printers.
  Network Issues: If the printer is networked, there may be connectivity issues preventing the SAP system from communicating with the printer.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Printer Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code SPAD (Spool Administration) in SAP.
  Verify the configuration of the output devices